1982 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 930 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Corsa | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
| Model | Corsa | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
